Hecatomb

Humans have spread across the galaxy, using nuclear fusion to tear wormholes in space-time. But the human planet of Attica has also harnessed dark energy, The Black, to create machines of unmatchable power. When aliens invaded from the galactic hub, it was Attica that saved humanity.Now Attica rules humanity.Cleon, son of an Attican general, learns this the hard way. One of the few able to manipulate The Black, his priceless power draws attention from the Underground, rebels desperate...
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Humans have spread across the galaxy, using nuclear fusion to tear wormholes in space-time. But the human planet of Attica has also harnessed dark energy, The Black, to create machines of unmatchable power. When aliens invaded from the galactic hub, it was Attica that saved humanity.Now Attica rules humanity.Cleon, son of an Attican general, learns this the hard way. One of the few able to manipulate The Black, his priceless power draws attention from the Underground, rebels desperate to be free from Attican oppression. They want to exploit his abilities, but so too does his father. Which side will Cleon take, and what secrets will he have to confront?*********Hecatomb is the first novel of The Black, a science fiction series set in a galaxy on the brink of war - a utopia for some but dystopia for others - where the privilege of the few rests upon the oppression of the many. Fans of dystopian fiction, space opera and classic sci-fi should all find something to enjoy in this fast-paced and sweeping saga.********A review of Hecatomb:'Absolutely loved it. Creative, innovative, intriguing. Love the dialogue. Really like the technology, really interesting and totally freaky. There's so much meat on this bone, I definitely want more!'F. Lamb esq., Siskiyou County CA.